Serving 834 students in grades 3-12, Pepin Academies ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school / Charter School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 834 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pepin Academies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Pepin Academies's student population of 834 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
834 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Rankings
Pepin Academies ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pepin Academies is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3567 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
39%
38%
Black
25%
21%
White
29%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pepin Academies's ranking?
Pepin Academies is ranked #3567 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pepin Academies?
The graduation rate of Pepin Academies is 90-94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pepin Academies?
834 students attend Pepin Academies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Pepin Academies students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 25% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pepin Academies?
Pepin Academies has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pepin Academies offer ?
Pepin Academies offers enrollment in grades 3-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pepin Academies part of?
Pepin Academies is part of Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Pepin Academies located?
Pepin Academies is located in the Live Oaks Square neighborhood of Tampa, FL.
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